Bob Baker Marionettes & Friends' VERY MERRY MIX-TRAVAGANZA at PRS!

Deck the halls! Ring the bells! The Philosophical Research Society, legendary Los Angeles puppetry treasure , and the masters of misfit toys at stop-motion studio are getting in the spirit (a little early!) with a merry matinee of live puppetry and festive films!

The Bob Baker Marionettes will come to life for a very special preview of their timeless classic, BOB BAKER’S NUTCRACKER – one of their most beloved shows since its opening in 1969! Their talented troupe will perform selections from Baker’s thrilling adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s yuletide ballet (in advance of its month-long run at The Sierra Madre Theater). Meet the Sugarplum Fairy and her promenading cakes! Dance with the waltzing flowers! Cheer for the Nutcracker band, the Go-Gos!

Then! Stick around as we bask in a wondrous winter wonderland of deep cut film ephemera co-curated by the puppetry and animation “heads” at Screen Novelties! Warm n’ whimsical animated shorts from around the globe! Vintage TV special clips! A cavalcade of classic characters! Antique adverts! All this and much more will dance before your eyes in this one-of-a-kind, lovingly compiled mix of movie merriment!

So don your favorite holiday sweaters and head over to The Philosophical Research Society for an afternoon of merriment and madness!

ABOUT THE BOB BAKER MARIONETTE THEATER

The Bob Baker Marionette Theater is an iconic Los Angeles institution that has served millions of children and families since 1963. As a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization, their mission is to preserve, educate, and innovate at the intersection of Puppetry and the Allied Arts. With over 3,000 handcrafted puppets and a passionate and creative staff, the Theater strives to make the world as imaginative as they see it. Now in a new Highland Park home, they are actively expanding programs to reach families, adults, and their community at large.

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ABOUT SCREEN NOVELTIES

Screen Novelties was formed in 2003 by Mark Caballero, Seamus Walsh, and Christopher Finnegan with the goal of bringing the whimsy and dynamism of classic cartoons into the realm of stop motion animation. We have a studio in Los Angeles full of fabric, feathers, foam, and glitter. Screen Novelties is also home to a talented circle of freelance animators, sculptors, designers, photographers, and digital artists.

Past and current clients include Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, Disney, Nike, Hallmark, FOX, and Paramount.

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Please email [email protected] or phone 323-663-2167 with any questions.

ACCESSIBILITY

PRS wants all guests to be able to enjoy our events safely and comfortably. If you require any accessibility accommodation, please reach out to [email protected] before showtime and we will be happy to assist you.

REFUND POLICIES

All sales are final. There are no refunds for PRS events , except in the event of a medical emergency, including but not limited to a positive COVID-19 test. Ticket exchanges may be granted on a case by case basis, pending circumstances.

In the event that PRS is forced to cancel an event entirely, tickets will be refunded or vouchers offered for a rescheduled event.

PARKING

Limited parking is available onsite at PRS in both the front lot (entry from Los Feliz Blvd. when heading east) and back lot (entry from first alley way, off Griffith Park Blvd. from intersection with Los Feliz Blvd.), as well as street parking on Griffith Park Blvd. and (after 7 PM) on Los Feliz Blvd. We encourage attendees to consider carpooling, walking or biking to events if possible, and please be considerate of our Los Feliz neighbors when parking.

PRS EVENT POLICIES

• We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
• Events are subject to change without notice, including guest speakers and/or performers.
• We encourage you to arrive at least 30 min. before the scheduled event start time to find parking, enjoy the Bookstore and take your seats.
• Please turn off all mobile devices before the show. Talking and texting are not allowed during the events.
• No filming, audio recording or mobile phone recording of events, screenings, concerts or other programs by audience members is allowed without permission.
• There is no smoking permitted on PRS grounds.
• We strongly encourage guests to wear masks to PRS events to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
• PRS allows Service Animals into the facility under ADA and state guidelines. For further details please visit www.ADA.gov. No animals permitted whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support, under ADA guidelines and CA Health Code.
• Please do not bring outside food or drink into PRS events.
• Weapons are strictly prohibited at PRS events.

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